Automatic conditioned reinforcement enables us to explain why babies babble a great deal, even when no adults are around.

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Automatic conditioned reinforcement refers to the reinforcement that occurs as a result of the innate satisfaction or pleasure that a behavior brings, rather than as a result of external rewards. Babbling in infants may bring them pleasure or satisfaction, leading to automatic reinforcement even when there is no adult present to provide praise or attention.

Automatic Conditioned Reinforcement Enables Us to Explain Why Babies Babble